Head Chef

Kaayoo The Filipino Kitchen Restaurant; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant in Cebu City is seeking a Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations. This leadership role involves managing the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and hygiene, and contributing to the restaurant’s expansion. Ideal candidates will have proven experience as a Head Chef, a strong background in Filipino cuisine, and excellent leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong background in Filipino cuisine; creativity in modern interpretations is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team in daily operations.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure quality and consistency.
• Control inventory, food costs, and minimize waste.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Kitchen financials knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

Overview

The Head Chef will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene, while leading and training the kitchen team. This is a key leadership role for the Streetscape branch and will play an integral role in the success of the restaurant’s expansion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team in daily operations.
• Develop and maintain standard recipes and portion sizes.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain strict hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards in compliance with local regulations.
• Control inventory, food costs, and minimize waste.
• Assist in hiring, training, and evaluating kitchen staff.
• Work closely with management in menu planning and new dish development, especially to suit the larger scale of the new branch.
• Monitor kitchen equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with Kaayoo\'s culinary vision and uphold our brand standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong background in Filipino cuisine; creativity in modern interpretations is a plus.
• Formal culinary training is an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials, including food costing and labor control.
• Ability to train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred).